Kakolyadi
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Pacifies Pitta dosha.
Modern description
A group of herbs traditionally used to pacify Pitta dosha, reduce inflammation, and alleviate burning sensations.
Purpose
Pacifies Pitta dosha.
Indications
- General debility, emaciation, fatigue, infertility, weakness of immunity, dry cough, burning sensation, post-illness recovery, to promote lactation, and as a general tonic especially in Vata and Pitta conditions.
Karma
- Balya (strengthening)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Pittashamaka (pacifies Pitta)
- Vatashamaka (pacifies Vata)
- Pushtida (nourishing)
Key ingredients
- Kakoli
- Kshira Kakoli
- Jivaka
- Rishabhaka
- Meda
- Mahameda
- Riddhi
- Vriddhi
- equal parts by weight of the root/tuber of each herb are used.
Adult dose
3-6 grams per day, typically divided into two doses.
Pediatric dose
Variable, depending on formulation
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials
- Cleaning and drying of herbs
- Grinding of individual herbs to a fine powder
- Mixing of all powdered herbs in specified proportions
- Quality check for uniformity and consistency
- Storage in airtight containers
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta Samhita.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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